After he finished telling them the history of his world he took extra note of when the Griffins wrote something down. He gave a sigh as quickly after the two Griffons told them that it was fun but they had to go. Giving Tallia and their grandchild hugs goodbye, and also giving the foal a little present they took off.

His group left soon after thanking Tallia and Ginger for the invite and that they'll see them later. It was clear that whatever happened to that first attempt to colonize Equestria didn't end well for either side. But it was something he wanted to put on the backburner for the moment.

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"Brandon, me and your brother are fine. He's starting his new job today at the towers so I'll call you later okay?" His mom said, though what she didn't know was he was already back in town and wanted to surprise them.

"Yeah, call you later mom love you." He said as he hung up.

Deciding to take the long way by walking he couldn't help but feel happy at the moment, though he knew that wasn't going to last. After about two hours of navigating the city like jungle the towers loomed close by only another mile away. He knew what was going to happen but knew he couldn't look away as the base of one tower was blown up making it fall into the other.

No one moved as everything stood still until the next set of explosions went off in the second tower. His heart was racing as he knew he had to get there, had to pray that his mom and brother were out at lunch or something. Firefighters, ambulances, and cops all raced by as what was left of the towers were burning.

He screamed out for them as he woke up tears still falling and streaming as the nightmare, no the memory was burnt into his mind. To his surprise, neither Luna or Lyra seemed really react to him having the nightmare, the two were still in deep sleep. Tears still coming he went to the kitchen to get something to drink hoping it would calm him down.

Derpy took Dinky home after the dinner because Sparkler was going to pick her up first thing in the morning and they still had some stuff to do, it had something to do with some kind of sister competition. Though he knew he was just trying to avoid the memory.

As he sat down he knew that his only family members had been killed in some kind of accident with towers, but never had any memory of it until recently. The image of the towers exploding and knowing his mom and brother were inside had broken him or at least killed a part of him. There was one thing for certain, it was obviously no accident.

"B-brandon?" He turned to see Grace standing in the doorway, a confused look on her face.

"Hey, what are you doing up this late?" He asked trying to clean himself up a bit.

"I-I heard you crying, and when I looked out my door I saw you go into here," Grace answered making him give a sigh.

"Still doesn't answer my question, but come here." He waved for the filly to take the chair next to his.

"Did something make you sad?" Grace asked after taking her seat. "That's why I have nightmares because I miss mom and dad."

"I know, I'm sure they were good ponies. After all, they made you, didn't they?" He said giving the filly a boop on the nose making her scrunch it just a bit. "But yes, I did have a nightmare about losing my family as well."

"I-I hope it wasn't because of me..." He raised his hand to stop her.

"You had nothing to do with it, the doctors say my memories will come back like that sometimes. You want to know a secret?" Grace nodded and leaned in. "The reason why Lyra and Luna sleep with me is that I have nightmares all the time."

"Y-You do?" He nodded his head.

"Now I'm not saying just go find a random pony and sleep with them, it only works like that for me because I do it with the ones I love. It makes me feel a bit safer, and also it helps to talk to somepony about your nightmares." He said hoping that it at least had some kind of impact on the filly.

"O-Oh, so I don't have to if I don't want to right?" Grace asked as she looked down at the floor.

"No one is going to force you to talk about it. It's completely up to you and if you feel you can trust someone that much." He replied giving the filly a pat on the head.

"How did you lose your family?" Grace asked going straight at it making him give a sigh.

"It's difficult for me especially since you are so young still..." He looked at Grace her eyes showing the pain of her lost parents and it was obvious she wanted someone to connect with, someone who might know how it feels to have lost their family. "Alright, and how about after I tuck you in and sleep on the floor tonight, that okay with you?"

"O-okay," Grace said and he had to prepare himself before he started talking, though he did pick his words carefully as not to scar the filly even more.

Soon after he finished Grace gave him a hug which did catch him a little by surprise, he gave her a squeeze back. She sat back down looking at the table and they sat there for a moment before she spoke up. He listened to the filly go into detail about her nightmares she has which after she was done he put a comforting hand on her head as she began tearing up.

"How about we call it a night okay? And I promise I'll be right there next to your bed if you need me." Grace gave another sniffle before letting him carry her back to her bed.

He quickly dug out a sleeping bag which was a Rarity custom made one for him and laid it down beside her bed. After telling each other good night he went back to sleep only to see Luna in his dreams smiling. That smile though told him all he needed to know.

"So, that's why you two didn't wake up huh? Made sure Lyra was sleeping deeper than usual while you sent your conscious somewhere else. But do you know what my nightmare was about?" He couldn't help but ask.

"I am sorry but this was a way to not only help Grace but in a way to help you. The nightmare you suffered from had been under the surface for a long time, waiting for its chance." Luna answered.

"Sometimes your methods can be cruel you know? I mean from what you said, you helped this nightmare out of where ever it buried. Thanks to that I remember the pain as if it had just happened! I remember the fear, the weeks after looking and hoping somehow they were still alive!" He screamed though Luna did not flinch.

"I am truly sorry but one way or the other it would have surfaced and I-I didn't think it would..." Luna said though she took a breath. "No, I knew it would bring back the emotions if I used my magic and there is no excuse for it. I really am sorry for making you go through the pain, it's just..."

"Grace needs somepony who has an idea of how she must feel. I know, and as much as it hurts I understand it. Just next time warn me before you release one of my nightmares okay?" He saw her nod before he drifted into the normal realm of dreams.

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It was now Saturday and he couldn't believe the past couple of days, he barely even remembered what day it was. All of the information he was trying to process, from the stories Greyfor told, to him and Grace gaining a special connection with their dreams and the loss of family. He almost forgot about the date today with Sparks, who he actually couldn't wait to go see.

That did remind him that Tallia had set him up with her friend Baron, but he still had time for that and besides, she was coming for the party. So it wouldn't be hard for him to take the Griffin someplace without putting too much thought into it. He really had a little excitement about it, but there was one downside for today.

He still had to go talk with Applejack as he figured he still owes her and clear the air. Granted after a few days to think he knew that he had feelings for the mare but he had to turn her down. There was a space between them now that he knew was because of how he had handled the situation back then, and he would rather keep her as a friend hen lose her completely.

Though he knew that was the worst case scenario he couldn't help it and besides that, he was honestly more happy with her as a friend than anything else. Which he knew he would have to apologize for starting this whole mess, to begin with, he did hope that they could start over a little. Shaking his head he knew he was only confusing himself and would confuse others by his mixed bag but he didn't care after all everyone had their flaws.

"So, do you want us to leave the house just in case you bring her back?" Lyra poked him making him come out of his thoughts.

"No, because it won't go that far." He said making Lyra roll her eyes.

"You barely took me and Luna on a date before you had your way with us!" Lyra didn't avoid the rolled up newspaper that got hit right on the back of her head. "Ooww!"

"That's because you guys were already my friend for a little while. I really don't plan on anything happening, and if things go well though might see if she wants to set up a second though." He muttered.

"I heard that! Just glad you're dating outside of your friends because it's starting to become a little bit short you know!" Lyra said this time seeing the newspaper.

"Lyra, please leave him alone and don't you have work?" Luna asked making Lyra look at the clock.

"Oh shit!" Lyra said scrambling around.

"Language, Grace is playing in her room!" Derpy was the one who spoke up, she had left Dinky with Sparkler who was also babysitting for Tallia and Ginger.

"S-sorry, I'll see you guys later and don't leave out any of the juicy details from your date! Love you, bye!" Like that Lyra was gone making him give a little sigh of relief as he sat down to relax.

"But she did have a point, it's good to see you date outside those who you considered friends before. Though are you sure this is how you want to handle Applejack?" Luna asked.

"Yeah, while I still have feelings for her I've just started to move on and I think it would be best if we stayed friends." He said giving both Luna and Derpy a confident smile.

"I hope it goes well, things will be awkward though at first. But friends have ways to get rid of it, just takes time." Derpy said.

"So, to change subjects you two decided to go on a date tonight too? Is Sparkler coming to pick up Grace then?" He asked.

"Yes and yes to both the questions, we already took care of it. Don't worry about us you just go have fun on your date," Luna said giving him a quick kiss.

"Only if you two have fun on yours." He said giving them a smile.

As he looked at the clock he still had another hour and a half and thanks to the three of his marefriends he already had an outfit picked out. So he decided to read a little bit from their new assignment reading, which Luna and Derpy left about an hour later for their date which they reminded him to get ready and start heading to Greedens. He didn't take too much time getting ready and heading out.

As he made his way through town he made sure to keep what was bothering him pushed down for the moment so he could actually relax. Soon Greedens came into view and looking at the clock tower he knew he had about ten minutes left. But he decided to go ahead and head inside.

"Welcome to Greedens, do you have a reservation?" The hostess asked giving him a kind smile.

"Yes, it should be under number twelve from the bachelor auction." He answered remembering Rarity telling him that's how they set up the reservations.

"Here we go, a little early but your table is open so follow me, sir!" The hostess said taking two menus in her magic and began walking towards the tables. "I will say you look quite handsome, and I know your date will think so too."

"Uh, t-thanks." He said knowing at least he knew a few of the workers here which helped calm him down.

"Here's your table, and while you wait might I suggest getting a bottle of wine?" The hostess said as they walked up on a nice table.

"Hmm, sure why not? Just not the expensive kind okay? I know I sound poor, but I do have a filly to help raise now." He said making the mare give him a smile.

"I'm glad to hear that and I'm sure the mare who delivered is glad to have you as well. Anyways, here are your menus and your waitress will be here shortly with the wine!" Before he could correct her she walked back to her station and punched something into a screen.

He sat down and waited for the waitress who came very quickly with the wine in a bucket, and after ordering a normal drink for himself while he waited for Sparks he looked around. Turns out a few of the other bachelors got their dates here for the night. He could even see Lemon which did somewhat make him feel just a little uncomfortable since Sparks was his sister.

"Huh, so you did come early huh?" He turned to see Sparks standing there wearing a beautiful dress.

"Oh, um, you look well..." He gave her a nervous smile before standing up. "Here, let me get your chair for you!"

"Early and a gentlecolt! Thank you," Sparks said sitting down after he pulled out the chair for her.

"It's no problem, and um I hope you don't mind but I ordered some wine for us." He said pointing to the bottle.

"Hmm, this is a good year you know? Plus this brand may be on the less expensive side but it tastes better if you ask me." Sparks said making him raise an eyebrow. "What? I know my wines!"

"Didn't say you didn't, but still impressed. Soooo..." At that, they started to talk a bit more, their waitress came over and took their order.

He told her a few of the good memories he had regains from his life and got the mare to laugh at a few bad puns. She told him a few funny stories of when she and Lemon were foals which got him to laugh like crazy. Though once again he was drawn to her beautiful eyes and for whatever reason this time she was the one who blushed.

"You really like my eyes don't you?" Sparks asked.

"I'll admit, they have a certain hold over me. Matched with your dress you could leave a trail of broken hearts if you wanted." He said giving her a little smile as she rolled her eyes and gave him a playful tap.

"I wouldn't do that, I only dress up if I like the po... creature I'm going out with." Sparks gave him a wink as she said that.

"Here are your orders! A Tofu Steak with sauteed onions and mushrooms, and a Chefs Salad for the lady! For the gentlecolt I have the house special for tonight which includes a well-done tofu steak, hoof made fries, soup, and a salad. Hope you two enjoy your meals!" At that, the waitress walked away.

"You know, so far I've been having a really good time with you," Sparks said though he couldn't help but blush at the look she was giving him.

"Y-yeah, I'm actually having a good time to you know." He gave her a wink before they started to eat.

Though he couldn't help but jump a little as he felt what he knew was magic brushing against his thigh. He looked to see Sparks eating and trying to hide a little smirk and once she had his attention he felt the magic again. Traveling up his thigh slowly and teasingly slow, and he couldn't help but shiver as he knew where this would lead.

"H-Hey Sparks?" He asked.

"Mmmhmm," Sparks replied not letting up on her magic.

"I-I was wondering if you w-would like to go on an s-second..." He bit his lip to keep quiet as he felt her magic brush across his groin."...date!"

This made the mare stop her teasing and looked at him in a bit of surprise which made him give a little sigh of relief. Though the way she was staring made him start feeling a little nervous that he had messed this up already but knew he had to stop her before they went that far. Besides, he did actually like the mare so far and did find her interesting to say the least.

"Hmm, I see one of that kind of stallions. I love a good gentlecolt who just doesn't do that on the first date, and sorry if I made you nervous there. But I was planning on asking you on a second date," Sparks said. "Though now I'm gonna have to go home to take a nice cold shower because you would not believe what's been going on in my head."

"Oh, I think I know and I think I may have to take a cold shower myself." This made them both laugh. "B-but seriously thanks for understanding me not wanting to go that far just yet with you, and I'm serious about that second date."

"It really is a rare day when a stallion keeps it in his sheath especially after the teasing I gave you, and I would like nothing more than to get to know you better," Sparks said giving him a little wink, and before returning to her food she sent a little burst of magic to his member making him cover his mouth.

The two ate and talked some more after that and even decided to go out in two weeks. Which was mostly due to the fact that she was staying with her brother Lemon while she was here, she did say she was thinking about moving to Ponyville. Which he was happy to hear since that would give them the chance to really start dating.

"Again, thanks for the great night it's been a blast! I'll see you in two weeks for our next date?" Sparks asked her eyes shining with excitement.

"Yup, and are you sure you don't want me to walk you home?" He asked making her shake her head.

"As much as I would like that, I may not let you leave then," Sparks said giving him another wink though to his surprise she got up and kissed him on the cheek. "But I do appreciate the gesture."

At that, they went their separate ways and he couldn't help but have a big stupid smile on his face. Though he would have to take that cold shower especially now after she kissed him on the cheek. But when he got home something didn't seem quite right, and then he heard moaning as he entered the house.

"Luna? Derpy?" He asked though the only response was moaning from the bedroom making his face go red.

He knew what they were doing and couldn't help himself as he went to the room door which was already cracked open enough for him to see through. What he saw made him really wish he just go take that cold shower but the scene before him was too tantalizing. Luna was eating out Derpy who had her eyes closed in bliss, though he locked eyes with Luna making him gulp as she waved him into the room without stopping pleasing Derpy.

As he made his way quietly into the room which he figured was what Luna seemed to be messaging him, he felt magic start to take off his clothing. Though after a point she didn't need to help him as he finished on his own, taking off his pants to expose his already hardened member. Luna waved him closer, and he knew what she wanted him to do.

"L-luna..." Derpy whimpered as Luna stopped and he quickly took her place, granted in a different position.

As he looked at the grey mare who still had her eyes closed he couldn't help himself as this is what he wanted to do the other night, and with the teasing from Sparks earlier only drove him. Placing a hand on Derpy's cheek which made her open her eyes a bit before fully opening in complete surprise. Though the mare didn't have time to say anything except for moaning as he entered her.

"You aren't going to be pulling out of her by the way. It's only fair after me and Lyra," Luna whispered in his ear as she stood behind him, rubbing his wings making him moan and give a little bit of a hard thrust into the mailmare.

Author's Notes:

Hope you all enjoyed and looks like he finally gets to enjoy that muffin! Remember to smile, smile, smile! Also, this song fits my moods nowadays. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5IbiEyZXOBk